14 killed as Indore-bound bus falls off bridge in Madhya Pradesh’s Khargone

Sambad English Bureau Published On : May 9, 2023 at 10:24 AM Updated On : May 9, 2023 at 11:49 AM

Indore: At least 14 people lost their lives while close to 20 others sustained injuries following a tragic incident in Madhya Pradesh’s Khargone on Tuesday.

The accident occurred when a bus, carrying over 50 passengers, skidded off a bridge and fell below while en route to Indore.

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After the accident, locals in the area immediately initiated a rescue operation to help those affected. The injured were quickly transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention.

Shivraj Singh Verma, the Collector, arrived at the scene to assess the situation.

The cause of the accident remains unknown at this time, and investigations are currently ongoing. Further details about the incident are awaited.